The Monarchs return five starters from last season's squad that went 10-6 overall and 4-0-1 in CAA action.

Of the 13 scheduled matches, 12 freshmen are scheduled to compete.

Also scheduled to compete are seniors James Nicholson and Kyle Hutter. Nicholson, a three-time CAA Champion at 125-pounds, is ranked in every preseason poll, his highest ranking is No. 9 by TheOpenMat.com.

Hutter is a two-time NCAA qualifier and ranked in all but one preseason poll. His highest ranking is No. 7, by DIcollegewrestling.net.

The Monarchs begin regular season action on Sunday, Nov. 7 when they compete in the Hokie Open in Salem, Va.